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PROGRESS  means  to  make  improvement — ^to  advance.  For  a 
farmer,  it  means  the  use  of  any  machine  which  will  increase  crops 
with  the  least  work.  When  you  progress  you  are  striving  for 
easier  methods  of  doing  things,  better  ways  of  living,  and  the  attain- 
ment of  all  improvements  which  will  help  you  to  live  comfortably  so 
that  you  can  enjoy  your  work,  a,nd  at  the  same  time  relish  the  free, 
fresh  air  and  sunshine. 

Are  you  doing  it  ?     Do  you  progress  ?     The  greatest  advance  ever 
made  in  any  country  cannot  compare  wiih  the  wonderful  magic-like 
improvement  of   agriculture   since  the   invention  of  the  self-binder.     With 
it   there   came  a  mighty  forward  movement  in  farming  methods — a  change 
from  old  ways  to  new,  so  that  today,  farmers  are  the  most  talked  of  and  the 
most  prosperous  men  in  the  world.  j 

Farmers  are  making  money  and  those  who  make  the  most  are  men  who       "^ 
follow  new  methods,  men  who  progress,  men  who  use  modern  labor-saving 
farm  machines — up-to-date  binders,  hay  rakes,  mowers,  hay  tedders,  reapers, 
harrows,  cultivators,  etc. 

Are  you  up-to-date  ?     Are  you  using  modern  farm  machines  ?     Look  at 
your  equipment.     Aren't  some  of  your  machines  pretty  well  worn?     Shouldn't 
you  replace   them?     Don't  follow  old   methods.     Waste  products   of   yesterday 
are  profits  today  and  you  cannot  afford  to  miss  your  money-making  chances.     You 
wouldn't  like  to  go  back  to  the  days  when  there  were  no  harvesting  machines 
because  you  appreciate  what  improved  farm  machines  mean  to  you. 

There  is  no  line  of  farm  machines  superior  to  the  McCormick.  These  machines 
are  used  in  every  civilized  country  of  the  world  and  are  recommended  by  the  men 
who  own  them.  The  machines  could  have  no  better  recommendation  than  this. 
It  is  to  your  interest  to  own  McCormick  machines,  which  are  described  in  detail 
on  the  following  pages. 

INTERNATIONAL   HARVESTER  COMPANY   OF  AMERICA 


(INCORPORATED) 


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McCormick    Binder 

'Tp'HE  McCormick  binder  is  the  outgrowth  of  the  first  reaper  which  was  invented  in  1 83  i , 

and  has  always  been  the  standard  of  construction.      The  reason  for  this  is  that  the  machine 
has    progressed  with   the   times — it   has   been   improved   each  year   so   that  it  is  now  a  model  of 
perfection.     The   McCormick  binder  naturally  has  an  excellent  reputation  because  it  has  done 
splendid  work  for  so  many  years  in  all  countries  of  the  world.     Thousands  of  these  machines  are 
in  use  and  each  farmer  who  owns  one  appreciates  the  features  which  make  it  efificient. 

When  grain  is  down  and  tangled,  the  McCormick  binder  will  cut  it  successfully  because  the  reel 
and  the  platform  can  be  adjusted  readily  to  meet  the  conditions.  All  bearings  are  accessible  for 
oiling.  The  machine  is  easy  to  operate  and  light  in  draft,  because  it  is  equipped  with  ball  and 
roller  bearings  which  minrmize  friction.  The  McCormick  binder  is  noted  for  its  durability,  which 
is  a  result  of  strong  construction  and  the  use  of  proper  material. 


McCormick  Left-Hand  Binder—  5,  6,  and  7-foot  cut 


McCormick   Binder 

''npHE  main  frame  is  made  entirely  of  angle  steel  and  tubular  cross-sills.    Square  tub- 

-^  ing  is  used  because  it  has  the  greatest  torsional  strength  of  any  form  of  steel.     The  chains 
are  exceptionally  strong  and  durable — to  be  sure  that  they  contain  no  defective  links,  each  one  is 
tested  under  severe  pressure  before  it  leaves  the  factory. 

The  main  and  grain  wheels  are  strong,  yet  light.  They  are  made  of  steel.  The  steel  tube  yoke 
adds  strength  to  the  frame.  It  extends  from  the  front  to  the  rear  of  the  binder  and  back  again, 
so  that  it  serves  as  a  support  and  double  brace  for  the  elevators. 

Self-aHgning  bearings  prevent  binding  on  the  shafts.  The  reel  has  a  wide  range  of  adjustment. 
It  can  be  Hfted  high  for  cutting  tall  grain  or  set  very  low  in  case  the  grain  is  down  and  tangled. 
The  dividers  can  be  folded,  which  is  a  convenience  when  it  is  desired  to  store  or  transport  the  binder. 
The  platform  canvas  tightener  increases  the  durability  of  the  canvas.  Operating  levers  are  con- 
veniently arranged.  The  tilting  and  reel  adjusting  levers  are  in  front  and  the  lever  to  change  the 
butter  is  right  under  the  hand,  an  adjustment  entirely  lacking  on  some  machines.  The  binder 
shifter  lever  is  right  at  the  side  of  the  seat.  The  binder  can  be  raised  and  lowered  easily  by  means 
of  the  devices  provided  for  that  purpose  on  the  main  and  grain  wheels. 


McCormick  Right-Hand  Binder— 5,  6,  and  7-foot  cut 
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McCormick  Wide  Cut  Binder 

THIS  machine  has  been  designed  for  use  on  large  farms  where  a  large  area  of  grain 
is  grown.     It  is  larger  than  the  ordinary  binder  and  cuts  an  8-foot  swath.    The  machine 
is  regularly  equipped  with  a  tongue  truck,  as  shown  in  the  illustration.    This  tongue  truck 

makes  it  possible  for  the  team  to  pull 
the  binder  more  easily  and  the  m.achine 
is  given  a  steadier  and  smoother  motion, 
thus  the  strain  on  both  the  binder  and 
the  team  is  reduced.  The  advantage  of 
the  tongue  truck  is  that  it  prevents  neck 
weight,  side  draft,  and  tongue  lashing. 
"When  the  machine  is  equipped  with  a 
tongue  truck,  comers  can  be  turned 
easily  and  quickly.  The  tongue  truck 
Tongue  Truck  (,an  be  supplied  with  the  smaller  machine 

at  a  slight  additional  cost. 
Another  advantage  of  the  wide  cut  binder  is  that  the  outer  end  of  the  reel  is  held  up  by  an  im- 
proved reel  support.     This  support  holds  the  reel  firmly  in  place  and  prevents  the  reel  slats  from 
whipping  down  and  catching  on  the  guards  when  either  the  main  or  grain  wheels  drop  into  a  dead 

furrow  or  other  depressions.  The  outer  reel 
support  on  this  machine  permits  the  reel 
to  be  operated  as  easily  as  on  the  smaller 
machine. 


The  McCormick  8-foot 
binder  can  be  mounted  on 
the  transport  truck  the  same 
as  the  regular  binder 


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Wheels 


THE  main  and  grain  wheels  are  made  of  steel. 
The  edges  of  the  rim  on  the  main  wheel  are 
made   extra   thick,  which   gives    the   wheel 
sufficient    strength    to    resist    torsional    strains. 
Hairpin    spokes   are    used    in    the    construction 
of  the  main  wheel  to  reduce  the  weight  ■ 
of    the  wheel    and    at    the    same    time 
obtain  the    greatest    possible    strength. 
Heavy  lugs  are  fastened  to  the  wide  tire 
of  the  main  wheel  in  order 
to  provide  the  greatest  pos- 
sible tractive  power.     The 
main  and  grain  wheels  are 
both  equipped   with  roller 
bearings. 

Note  the  Substantial  Construction 


Main  Frame 

The  McCormick  harvester* main  frame  is  made  entirely  of  angle  steel  and  tubular  cross-sills. 
This  material  has  the  greatest  torsional  strength  of  any  form  of  steel.  The  size  of  the  angles  and 
tubes  is  proportioned  so  that  the  greatest  strength  is  combined  with  the  least  weight.  On  account 
of  the  proper  construction  of  the  main  frame,  the  McCormick  binder  is  durable  and  has  weight 
enough  to  make  it  wear  well,  yet  at  the  same  time  it  is  light  enough  to  run  easily.  The  cross-sills 
fit  accurately  into  the  steel  angles  of  tne  main  frame  and  are  bolted  together  securely,  so  that  a 
solid  foundation  is  formed   for  the    brackets   which   support   the  main  wheel.     This  construction 

not  only  insures 
rigidity  but  also 
a  solid  and  broad 
surface  for  at- 
taching the  differ- 
ent parts  without 
the  use  of  extra 
castings.  The 
scpare  steel  tub- 
ing used  in  the 
construction  of 
the  McCormick 
frame  has  been 
severely  tested  to 
prove  that  it  will 
not  twist,  bend, 
or  spring.  This 
means  that  the 
bearings    will    al- 

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Main  Wheel  and  Mam  Frame.      The  illustration  also  shows  the  •,        ■':•-.:■,■  f      ,     i;„„rnont 

simple  method  of  attaching  Transport  Truck  Wheels  \       i:     /  periecrangnmeni;. 


Adjustment  of  the  Countershaft 


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THE  bevel  gears  on  the  end  of  the  countershaft  can  be  kept  in  perfect  mesh  by  means 
of  the  adjustment  which  is  provided  at  the  end  of  the  countershaft.     The  illustration 
shows    how  the  adjustment  is  made.     By  adjusting  the  threaded   portion  of  the  outer  end 
of  the  shaft  the  gears  can  be  kept  in  proper  mesh  at  all  times. 


Gears 


Adjusting  the  Countershaft 


Users  of  grain  binders  know  that  the 
draft  of  the  machine  is  largely  deter- 
mined by  the  construction  of  the  gears 
McCormick  gears  are  designed  to  reduce 
friction  and  are  strong  and  durable. 

The  crank  shaft  turns  in  extremely  long 
bearings  which  insures  accuracy  of  align- 
ment and  light  running  qualities.  The 
counter  and  crank  shaft  bearing  is  so  con- 
structed that  it  forms  a  shield  over  the  wheel 
and  is  connected  to  the  frame  in  such  a  way 
that  the  bevel  gears  cannot  be  sprung  apart. 


Transmission  of  Power 

Power  for  the  entire  machine  is  transmitted  from  the  main  wheel  by  means  of  a  strong  drive 
chain  to  the  countershaft  at  the  rear  of  the  machine.  The  countershaft  drives  the  bevel  gears 
which  transmit  the  power  to  drive  the  knife,  reel,  elevators  and  the  binding  attachment.  Power 
is  transmitted  in  such  a  way  that  motive  force  is  evenly  distributed  and  the  strain  on  the  various 
parts  of  the  frame  equalized.  The  knife  is  driven  with  a  long  steel  pitman  placed  in  such  a  posi- 
tion that  it  drives  the  knife  with 
a  direct  stroke. 


Chains 

The  chains  which  drive  the 
various  parts  of  the  McCormick 
binder  -  are  made  of  malleable 
iron.  The  links  of  the  main 
chain  are  fastened  with  steel 
pins.  This  makes  the  main 
chain  exceptionally  strong  and 
durable.  Malleable  iron  is  used 
because  it  does  not  wear  the 
sprockets  as  much  as  if  steel 
chains  were  used.  The  main 
drive  chain  is  kept  in  perfect 
tension  by  means  of  an  auto- 
matic chain  tightener. 


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Bearings 

THE  reason  the  McCormick  binder  is  light  in  draft  is  because  it  is  equipped  with  ball 
and  roller  bearings.     One  of  the  roller  bearings  is  shown  in  the  illustration.     Roller  bear- 
ings are  made  of  special  steel  properly  tempered  and  hardened.      They  run  in   self-aligning 
removable   bushings   so   that  there   is   no   possibility  of  any 
bindinsr  or  twisting  on  the  shafts. 


Platform 

The  platform  frame  is  made  of  angle  steel,  remforced  by 
heavy  cross-sills  to  which  the  one-piece  steel  bottom  is  riveted. 
There  are  no  joints,  consequently  the  platform  will  not  warp 
or  twist.  The  bottom  is  fastened  to  the  sill  in  such  a  way 
that  the  sill  receives  the  wear  instead  of  the  sheet  steel  bottom. 


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Roller  Bearing 


Elevators 

The  McCormick  elevators  will  handle  grain  of  anv  length  in  almost  any  condition  without  clog- 
ging. They  are  so  constructed  that  thev  have  the  large  capacity  required  for  the  successful  eleva- 
tion of  grain  from  the  platform  to  the  binder  deck.  The  frame  of  the  elevator  is  very  strong  and 
the  elevators  are  wide  to  permit  the  passage  of  the  longest  grain.  They  are  open  at  the 
rear  so  that  the  heads  of  the  grain  will  not  be  shattered.  A  deck  roller  has  been  added  to  insure 
perfect  deUvery  of  short  grain  and  prevent  it  from  being  carried  between  the  elevator  and  binder 

deck  by  the  canvas.  The  bearings  of  the  lower 
elevator  rollers  turn  in  removable  hard-wood 
bushings.  The  elevators  are  provided  with  simple 
and  effective  canvas  tightening  devices  which  are 
easily  operated. 

Roller  Twine  Tension 

The  twine  tension  on  the  McCormick  binder 
consists  of  two  corrugated 
rollers  held  together  by  a 
spring    which    allows    the 
twine  to  pass  freely  with- 
out   tangling    or    kinking. 
With     this     tension 
there  is  no  necessity 
for   re-threading    the 
needle  when  a  ball  of 
twine  has  been  used, 
because  after  tyin g  the 
ends  of  the  twine  to- 
gether the  knot  passes 
through   the  tension. 

Substantial  Platform  and  Elevator 

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Knotter 


THE  McComiick  knotter  is  so  simple  in  construction  and 
so  easily  kept  in  adjustment  that  it  seldom  gets  out  of  order. 
Each  knotter  is  thoroughly  tested  before  it  is  shipped,  which,  in 
a  large  measure,  accounts  for  the  excellent  work  of  the   McCormick 
binder  in  the  field. 

Reel 

The  McComiick  reel  is  fastened  to  the  front  of  the  elevator 
frame  and  to  the  tubular,  steel  braced  frame  which  supports 
the  seat  and  braces  the  elevator.  This  construction  insures 
a  rigid  reel  base.  The  bearing  on  the  McCormick  reel  shaft 
is  extremely  long.  This  feature  insures  durability  and  prac- 
tically eliminates  sag.  The  reel  is  driven  by  chains.  The 
action  of  the  reel  is  controlled  by  two  levers  and  the  range 
of  adjustment  is  sufficient  so  that  good  work  can  be  done 
in  long  or  short  grain. 


A  Practical  Knotter 


Levers 


The  illustration  shows  how 
conveniently  the  operating  levers 
of  the  McCormick  binder  are 
arranged.  The  ease  with  which 
the  McCormick  levers  can  be 
operated  enables  the  driver  to 
handle  the  machine  in  the  har- 
vest field  easily,  no  matter 
whether  the  grain  is  tall  or 
short,  thick  or  thin,  straight  or 
tangled.  The  tilting  and  reel 
adjusting  levers  are  in  front  of 
the  driver,  and  the  lever  to 
change  the  butter  is  right  under 
the  driver's  hand — an  adjust- 
ment entirely  lacking  on  some 
machines.  The  binder  shifter 
lever  is  also  easily  reached  be- 
cause it  is  right  beside  the  seat. 
By  means  of  the  binder  shifter 
lever  the  binding  attachment 
can  be  shifted  easily  and  quickly 
for  different  conditions  of  grain, 
so  that  the  band  will  always  be 
placed  around  the  middle  of  the 
bundle. 


Convenient  Levers 


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Binding  Attachment 


HE   McCormick  binding  attachment  has  few 
parts.     It  will   handle  grain  of  any  length  and  the 

will  always  be  tied  arownd  the  center  by  the  ac- 
curate knotter.     The  McCormick  knot- 
ter  is  very  simple,  as   it    has  only  two 
moving  parts — the  bill  hook  and  twine 
disk.     These  two  parts  work  in  a   sub- 
stantial and  accurately  constructed 
frame.    When  the  knot  is  tied  the 
twine  is  fed  to  the  bill    hook  by 
the  twine    holder   which    revolves 
toward  and   in  the  direction 
in  which  the  bill  hook  moves. 
This  does  away  with   strain- 
ing    and    pulling    of     twine 
and    makes    a    perfect    knot 
Attachment  and  Bundle  Carrier  certain. 


Cutting   Mechanism 


The  knife  of  the  McCormick  binder  runs  smoothly  and  is  driven  by  a  direct  stroke  of  the 
pitman.  The  guards  are  fitted  with  removable  steel  ledger  plates  which  materially  increase  the 
durability  of  the  cutting  mechanism.  The  guards  are  held  in  perfect  alignment  by  a  strong  cutter 
bar  which  is  fastened  to  the  rigid  platform.  The  knives  are  tempered  in  oil  which  makes  them 
exceedingly  tough. 


Transport   Truck 


All  that  is  necessary  to  mount  the  McCormick  binder  on  the  transport  truck  is  to  raise  the  ma- 
chine, put  on  the  truck  wheels, 
and  change  the  position  of  the 
tongue.    The  whole  operation 
requires  only  a  few  minutes. 
The    illustration    on    page    5 
shows     how     the     transport 
wheels  are  placed  in  position. 
When  the  McCormick  binder 
is  mounted  for  transport  the 
inside  and  outside  divi- 
ders fold  out  of  the  way 
so  that  the  machine  can 
easily    be    transporte 
across    narrow    bridges, 
throu  gh 
narrow 
lanes  and 
gates. 


McCormick   Header 


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HE  McCormick  header  is  designed  for  use  in  large  wheat  fields  where  the  grain  is  all 
lowed  to  get  ripe  before  it  is  handled  and  where  it  is  desired  to  deliver  the  grain  directly 
to  the  wagon  without  tying  it  into  bundles.     The  McCormick  header  can  be  depended  upon 

,,_v.  as    it    is    extremely    durable 

and  strong. 

One  reason  why  the  McCor- 
mick header  is  so  strong  and 
durable  is  because  the  main 
frame  is  constructed  of  tubular 
steel  so  that  the  machine  will 
stand  all  the  strains  to  which 
it  is  subjected.  The  main 
frame  is  strengthened  by  braces 
and  reinforced  at  all  points 
where  strains  occur.  The  cut- 
ting and  reeling  mechanism 
are  very  much  like  those  on 
the  regular  binder  but  arranged  in  a  different  manner.  The  horses  are  hitched  behind  and  the 
machine  is  guided  from  the  rear  by  means  of  a  rudder  wheel. 

Power  to  drive  all  the  mechanism  is  transmitted  to  the  countershaft  at  the  rear  of  the  machine 
from  the  main  drive  wheel  by  means  of  an  e.xceedingly  strong  chain.  From  the  countershaft, 
power  is  transmitted  by  means  of  a  beveled  gear  and  tumbling  shaft  to  operate  all  the  working 
parts.  The  knife  is  driven  directly  from  the  main  tumbling  shaft  by  means  of  a  pitman  and  a 
pitman  crank.  The  elevator  and  platform  canvases  are  driven  from  the  main  tumbling  shaft  by 
means  of  sprockets  and  chains.  The  reel  is  also  driven  by  means  of  sprockets  and  chains.  An 
advantage  in  the  McCormick  header  is  the  slow  and  fast  speed  arrangement  for  the  reel.  This 
is  shown  in  the  illustration  above.  The  fast  speed  can  be  used  in  case  grain  is  short  and  a  slow 
sneed  where  grain  is  longer. 


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An  Easy  Running  Machine 

THE    reason    the    McCormick    header  runs  so  easily  is  because  it  is  equipped  lib- 
erally with  roller  bearings.    The  illustration  on  this  page  shows  where  the  roller  bearings 
are    placed.      By   means   of    these  roller  bearings  friction  is  reduced.     Roller  bearings  are 
placed  on  all  moving  parts  where  it  is  practicable  to  use  them.       Other  principal  moving  parts 
are  equipped  with  self-aligning  bearings.      The  use  of  these  bearings  not  only  reduces  the  draft 
of  the  machine,  but  increases  its  durability. 

Draft 


Plan  View  of  the  McCormick  Header,  showing  Position  of  the  Roller  Bearings 

The  reel  w  orks  close  to  the  guards  so  that  all  grain  is  forced  upon  the  platform  canvas.  Three  sets 
of  arms  are  provided  for  the  reel  so  that  the  slats  are  supported  at  each  end  and  in  the  center. 
The  center  support  provides  a  reinforcement  which  prevents  breakage.  In  order  to  make  the 
reel  rigid,  each  reel  ann  is  connected  to  the  one  next  to  it  by  means  of  a  brace.  The  machire 
can  be  thrown  in  and  out  of  gear  by  a  convenient  foot  lever.  The  oil  holes  are  convenient  ar.d 
practically  dust-proof. 

The  McCormick  header  is  made  in  three  sizes  and  will  cut  swaths  lo,  12,  and  14  feet  wide. 


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McCormick   Header   Binder 


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THE  McCormick  header  binder  is  really  two  machines  in  one  because  the  binding  at- 
tachment can  be  removed  and  the  machine  used  as  a  straight  header  by  substituting  a  header 

elevator.  This  is  a  decided  advantage  because  it  enables 
the  user  to  either  cut  the  heads  from  the  grain  and 
deliver  it  to  the  wagon  or  leave  it  in  a  swath  upon  the 
ground.  By  using  a  bunching  attachment  on  this  ma- 
chine grain  can  be  left  in  gavels  instead  of  a  swath.  When 
grain  is  deposited  in  gavels  it  can  be  collected  more  rapidly 
than  when  left  in  a  swath. 

One  reason  why  the  McCormick  header  binder  gives 
such  good  service  is  because  the  main  frame  is  very  strong 
and  durable.  This  frame  is  made  of  large  steel  tubes 
substantially  braced  and  very  strong  so  that  the  frame 
will  not  bend  out  cf  shape.  The  platform  frame  is  made 
of  angle  steel  which  is  also  securely  braced. 

Power  to  drive  all  the  mechanism  is  transmitted  from  the 
main  drive  wheel  by  means  of  a  strong  drive  chain  to  the 
main  countershaft  which  in  turn  transmits  the  power  to 
all  working  parts  by  means  of  beveled  gears  and  tumbhng 
shafts.  The  knife  is  driven  from  the  main  shaft  by  means 
of  a  pitman  and  pitman  crank.  A  strong  steel  pitman 
shield  protects  the  pitman  crank.  Power  to  operate  the 
binding  attachment  is  furnished  from  the  main  counter- 
shaft by  means  of  a  chain  and  two  sprockets. 

The  reel  is  equipped  with  two  speed  sprockets  which 
permits  a  change  of  speed  in  case  the  binding  attach- 
ment is  removed  and  the  binder  used  as  a  header. 

Main  Wheel 


McCormick  Header  Binder     10  and  12-foot  cut 
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Header  Binder 


'T^HE  McComiick  header  binder  is  equipped  with  a  convenient  device  which  gives  the 

-*-  reel  an  extreme  range  of  adjustment.  Tliis  device  consists  of  hand  cranks  at  the  ends 
the  rods  which  hold  the  reel  supports  rigidly 
in  position.  This  reel  adjustment  is  of  great 
value  because  it  permits  the  operator  to 
make  adjustments  so  that  he  can  operate  the 
reel  extremely  close  to  the  guards  or  away 
from  them,  as  desired.  The  operation  of 
the  reel  is  controlled  by  means  of  two  con- 
venient levers  which  enable  the  operator  to 
adjust  the  reel  instantly  to  meet  varied  con- 
ditions and  lengths  of  grain. 

The  raising  and  lowering  devices  enable  the 
operator  to  raise  and  lower  the  platform  and 
are  especially  valuable  in  keeping  the  plat- 
form level.  By  keeping  the  platfonn  level 
at  all  times,  cramping  and  warping  of  the 
different  parts  is  prevented. 

Heavy  Compensating  Springs,  which  enable 
operator  to  tilt  the  platform  easily 


the 


Binding  Attachment 


The  McCormick  binding  attachment 
has  been  improved  by  adding  a  new 
knotter,  which  is  very  simple.  If  de- 
sired, the  binding  attachment  can  be 
removed  and  a  header  elevator  used  in  its 
place.  In  this  way  the  header  binder  is 
readily  converted  into  a  header  and  the 
owner  of  the  machine  is  not  required 
to  buy  a  header.  This  feature  is  very 
valuable  because  it  often  happens  that 
it  is  more  practical  to  use  the  machine 
as  a  header  than  a  header  binder. 

When  the  machine  is  shipped  as  a 
header,  the  levers  and  rods  necessary  to 
operate  the  reel  and  binding  attachment 
are    not    included ;   but    all    such    rods, 

levers,  and  bell  cranks  are  included  with  the  binding  attachment  when  the  machine  is  shipped  as  a 

header  binder. 

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Header  Binder  Heading  Attachment 


McCormick  Daisy  Reaper 


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THE  McCormick  Daisy  reaper  is  designed  to  meet  the  reciuirements  of  those  who  prefer  •    i 

to  harvest  small  grain  with  a  reaper,  leaving  the  gavels  on  the  ground  until  the  grain  is 
thorou;'hly   cured  and  dried.      The   machine   is   adapted  not   only  for  cutting  wheat  and   oats 
but  also  flax,  clover,  buckwheat,  rye,  and  barley.     The  main  and  grain  wheels  are  fitted  with 
roller  bearings,  consequently  the  machine  is  light  in  draft — it  can  be  drawn  by  two  horses. 

The  McCormick  Daisy  reaper  is  driven  by  bevel  gears  and  pinions.  This  method  of  trans- 
mitting power  eliminates  lost  motion  and  reduces  the  draft.  The  gears  of  the  Daisy  reaper  are 
heavy  and  will  give  long  and  continuous  service.  The  rake  arms  can  be  regulated  to  deliver  gavels 
of  any  size.  By  means  of  the  control  lever  and  an  automatic  trip,  the  rakes  may  be  adjusted  to 
sweep  the  platform  as  desired.  When  the  lever  is  placed  in  the  notch  at  Figure  i,  every  rake  will 
sweep  the  platform;  if  placed  in  the  notch  at  Figure  2,  every  second  rake  will  sweep  the  platform; 

if  placed  in  the  notch  at  Figure  3 ,  every 
"^SITpD^  third    rake;     in    notch    No.    4,    every 

fourth   rake;    notch    No.  5,    every  fifth 
rake;  notch  No.  6,  every  sixth  rake. 

If  set  at  zero,  none  of  the  rakes  will 
sweep  the  platfonn  until  a  pressure  of 
the  foot  throws  the  switch. 

Special  features  of  the  McCormick 
Daisy  reaper  are  the  truss  platform, 
high  rake  head,  and  double  lock  plat- 
form joint. 


McCoimick  Daisy  Gear  Drive  Reaper 
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McCormick  New  4  Mower 

THE  number  of  McConnick  New  4  mowers  in  use  is  greater  than  that  of  any  other 
similar  machine.  The  reason  for  its  popularity  is  that  it  is  equipped  with  reliable  features 
which  are  approved  by  the  world's  grass  growers.  This  mower  has  a  symmetrical  and  sub- 
stantial main  frame,  simple  and  powerful  gears,  direct  stroke  pitman,  long  steel  wearing  plates 
for  the  knife,  and  frictionless  bushings.  The  machine  is  light  in  draft  and  also  very  durable,  be- 
cause it  is  correctly  designed  and  substantially  constructed.  The  inner  shoe  hinge  has  an  extra 
long  horizontal  bearing  which  strengthens  the  shoe  and  permits  the  cutter  bar  to  be  tilted  up  or 
down  when  it  is  desired  to  cut  a  high  or  low  stubble.  The  cutter  bar  is  connected  with  the  ma- 
chine by  means  of  a  double  hinge  attached  to  the  inner  shoe.  The  inner  shoe  is  placed  outside  of 
the  drive  wheel,  consequently  a  full  swath  can  be  cut  without  making  it  necessary  for  one  of  the 
horses  to  walk  in  the  uncut  grass. 


Roller  Bearings 


Wherever  practical,  roller  bearings  are  used  on  the  New  4  mower.  The  roller  bearings  on  the 
New  4  mower  are  not  ordinary.  They  are  made  of  the  hardest  steel  obtainable,  in  fact  the  steel 
used  in  their  construction  is  so  hard  that  it  is  almost  impossible  to  make  an  impression  on  it  with 
a  file.  For  this  reason  the  roller  bearings  used  on  the  New  4  mower  are  extremely  durable  and 
not  only  materially  reduce  the  draft  of  the  machine  but  increase  durability. 


McConnick  New  4  Mower — 4J  and  5-foot  cut 

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McCormick   New   Big   4   Mower 


THE  New  Big  4  mower  is  the  largest  grass  cutter  in  the  McCormick  line.  It  is  fur- 
nished with  a  6-ft.  cutter  bar  and  designed  for  those  who  have  large  meadows.  The 
frame  on  this  machine  is  heavier  and  the  wheels  are  farther  apart  than  those  on  the  regular 
size  mower.  The  fram.e  is  cast  in  one  piece  and  forms  a  substantial  foundation  to  carry  the  weight 
of  the  machine.  All  the  holes  in  the  frame  are  drilled  at  the  sam.e  time  to  insure  absolute  accuracy 
in  the  fitting  of  the  crank  shaft  and  countershaft  which  are  always  held  in  perfect  alignment.  They 
cannot  bind  and  unnecessary  wear  is  eliminated.  There  is  little  friction.  The  machine  is  light 
in  draft  because  every  bearing  is  fitted  with  a  roller  bearing  or  a  removable  bushing.  The  cutter 
bar  is  made  of  steel,  reinforced  with  a  taper  rib  which  extends  the  entire  length  of  the  bar.  This 
rib  strengthens  the  bar  and  makes  it  rigid  enough  to  insure  a  sm.ooth  running  knife.  The  knife 
has  a  clean  shear  cut  because  it  is  held  firmly  to  its  work  by  long  steel  wearing  plates,  and  the 
sections  are  held  close  to  the  guards. 


Roller   Bearings 


Roller  bearings  are  used  on  slowrnoving  parts  to  reduce  the  draft  of  the  machine.  These  bearings 
are  held  in  cages,  consequently,  if  it  becomes  necessary  to  remove  them,  they  do  not  fall  apart. 
The  illustration  at  the  top  of  page  17  shows  one  set  of  bearings  entirely  removed  from  the  axle. 
This  construction  is  an  advantage  and  is  of  great  value  if  it  becomes  necessary  to  repair  any  of  the 
internal  working  parts. 


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Main  Frame 


Substantial  Main  Frame 


A  SUCCESSFUL  mower  must    have    a    strong    m.ain  frame.      The    ilhistration  above   shows 
the  construction  of  the  main  frame  and  a  good  idea  can  be   obtained  of  its  strength.     The 
frame  is  cast  in  one  piece  and  both  the  counter  and  crank  shaft  are  held  rigidly  in  place. 
The  main  axle  is  equipped  with    roller  bearings  which  insure  light  draft.     The  crank  shaft  turns 
in  removable  steel  babbitt  lined  boxes  which  is  the  most  satisfactory  style  of  bushing  for  such  a 
shaft. 


Gears 


Note  the  Position  of  the  Strong  Gears 


The  large  double  gears  of  the  ]^cCormick  mowers  are  noteworthy  features.  The  bevel  gear  and 
spur  pinion  are  mounted  on  the  countershaft  which  runs  in  removable  bushings.  Consequently, 
the  gears  run  smoothly  and  without  noise.  The  illustration  above  shows  that  the  gears  are  so 
placed  that  the  resistance  of  the  cutter  bar  is  neutralized,  consequently  the  machine  is  evenly 
balanced. 


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McCormick  Vertical  Lift  Mower 


''TpHE  McCormick  vertical  lift  mower  has  been  designed   for  cutting  on   rough  and 

-^  stumpy  ground,  where  a  plain  lift  mower  could   not  be  used  to  good  advantage.      This 
mower   is    a  practical   machine   for   all   kinds  of  grass    cutting.      The   cutter   bar  can   be  raised 
to  a  vertical  position  and  lowered  without  stopping  the  team.     "When  the  bar  is  raised,  the  machine 
is  thrown  in  and  out  of  gear  automatically.     This  feature  permits  the  driver  to  cut  close  to  a  tree, 
stump,  or  rock,  and  save  all  the  hay  without  loss  of  time  or  inconvenience. 

The  McCormick  vertical  lift  mower  will  cut  grass  successfully  in  any  place  where  the  machine 
can  be  drawn  by  horses,  and  it  will  do  good  work  under  conditions  where  an  ordinary  machine 
could  not  be  used. 

As  an  all-purpose  machine,  the  McCormick  vertical  lift  mower  is  unsurpassed — it  will  do  ex- 
cellent work  in  uneven  fields  where  there  are  stumps  and  stones,  as  well  as  in  level  fields. 


McCormick  Vertical  Lift  Mower     4J/2  and  5-foot  cut 
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McCormick   Little   Vertical   Mower 


THE  McCormick  Little  Vertical  mower  has  been  designed  to  meet  the  demand  for  a 
mower  of  small  capacity  that  can  be  pulled  by  one  horse.     It  is  adapted  for  mowing 
lawns,    parks,  orchards,  and   cemeteries,  because    it   can  be    operated   in    places    where    a    large 
2-horse   machine   could   not   go. 

The  main  frame  is  constructed  so  that  the  parts  are  rigid,  consequently  they  are  kept  in  perfect 
alignment.  All  the  holes  on  the  main  frame  are  bored  by  special  machines,  thus  insuring  an  accurate 
ahgnment  of  the  shaft  and  smooth-working  gears  The  machine  is  equipped  with  roller  bearings 
on  the  main  axle,  the  countershaft,  and  on  the  upper  end  of  the  flywheel  shaft.  These  bearings 
cause  all  parts  of  the  machine  to  run  smoothly. 

A  special  feature  is  the  way  the  singletree  is  connected  to  the  machine.  It  is  connected  to  a 
draft  rod  in  such  a  way  as  to  give  an  even  distribution  of  the  power  between  the  machine  and 
the  shoe  hinge.  The  thills  can  be  shifted  to  either  side  of  the  machine,  as  conditions  may  require. 
Choking  in  heavy  grass  is  prevented  by  three  pawls  in  the  drive  wheel  which  cause  the  knife  to 
move  almost  instantly.     The  oil  holes  are  in  sight  and  are  covered  so  as  to  be  dust-proof.     The 

pitman  and  cutting  apparatus  are  of  the  same  sub- 
stantial construction  as  the  McCormick  2-horse  mower 
and  great  care  is  taken  that  all  parts  of  this  machine  are 
of  the  same  thorough  construction  as  the  larger  mower. 


VM^CY^R'if! 


McCormick  Little  Vertical  Mower— 3' 2  and  4-foot  cut 
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McCormick  Reaping  Attachment 


THIS  attachment  consists  of  a  slatted  platform,  inside  and  outside  dividers,  a  seat,  and 
rake.     The  gavels  of  grain  are  formed  on  the  platform  which  is  held  at  an  oblique  angle  by  the 
operator.      The   rake   is  a   great   help  in"  forming  and 
dropping   the    gavels    of   grain.     When    enough    grain    is 
accumulated,  the  platform  is  dropped   in   a   horizontal 
position  and  the  gavel  delivered  to  the  ground.    For 
farmers  who   do   not    require    a  binder  or   reaper 
to  harvest  small   grain,  the  McCormick  reaping 
attachment    will    be    found    to    meet    every 
requirement.      This  attachment    can  easily 
be    connected    to    the    mower  and    any 
farmer  with  the  aid  of  a  helper  can 
harvest  several  acres 
of    grain    in    a    day. 
This  attachment  has 
given      general     sat- 
isfaction       wherever 
used.        It      can    be 
attached       to        the 
McCorn)ick     New 
mower. 


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McCormick   Hay   Tedder 


TEDDED  hay  cures  in  a  very  short  time  and  for  this  reason  the  McCormick  hay  tedder 
is  an  invaluable  machine  for  the  hay  grower.      When  it  is  used  the  farmer  can  handle 
the  hay  crop  very  quickly  for  the  reason  that  hay  can  be  tedded  soon  after  it  is  cut. 

The  wheels,  frame,  and  forks  are  made  of  steel  which  insures  a  substantial  construction.  The 
machine  is  driven  by  gears.  The  gear  wheel  which  is  mounted  on  the  center  of  the  axle  drives 
the  crank  shaft  to  which  the  fork-arms  are  attached.  All  the  forks  are  therefore  given  the  full 
driving  force  of  both  wheels  and  the  motion  of  the  forks  is  uniform  and  positive — the  heaviest  hay 
will  not  retard  the  forks. 

The  illustration  at  the  bottom  of  the  page  shows  how  each  fork-arm  is  equipped  with  a  coil 
sprnig.  This  spring  takes  up  the  impact  of  the  forks  and  protects  the  machine  from  jars  caused 
by  the  alternating  movement  of  the  fork-arms.  This  machine  is  constructed  so  substantially  that 
heavy  windrows  can  be  tedded  without  difficulty.  The  forks  continue  in  motion  where  corners  are 
turned  unless  the  machine  is  thrown  out  of  gear — none  of  the  hay  is  left  untedded.  By  means  of  a 
convenient  lever  within  reach  of  the  driver  the  forks  can  be  regulated  to  work  high  or  low  as  desired. 

The  McCormick  hay  tedder  not  only  enables  the  farmer  to  improve  the  quality  of  his  hay,  but 
also  to  save  much  time  when  gathering  the  hay  crop. 


McCormick  Hay  Tedder— Supplied  with  either  6  or  8  Forks 

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McCormick   Self-Dump   Rake 


TN  THE  purchase  of  a  hay  rake,  the  important  things  to  look  for  are  ease  of  operation 

and  strength  of  the  rake  and  wheels.     The  wheels  are   often  the   first  parts  to  wear  out. 
The  McCormick  self-dump  rake  is  designed  to  meet  these  requirements,  and  is  exceptionally  dur- 
able and  convenient.     It  is  adapted  for  raking  all  conditions  of  hay.     Is  made  with  the  same  care 
and  gives  the  same  satisfaction  characteristic  of  the  McCormick  line  of  machines.     It  rakes  clean, 
dumps  quickly,  and  the  teeth  return  to  the  ground  promptly  after  the  windrow  is  passed. 

The  illustration  below  shows  the  simple  design  and  construction  of  the  McCormick  self-dump 
rake.     The  wheels  have  staggered  spokes  and  heavy  2-in.  channel  tires. 

The  teeth  on  the  McCormick  rakes  are  made  of  selected  spring  steel  which  has  great  strength 
and  resiliency.  The  points  of  the  teeth  are  shaped  so  that  they  will  get  all  the  hay  without  digging 
into  the  ground  or  picking  up  stones.  The  rake  can  be  operated  either  with  one  or  two  horses, 
simply  by  adjusting  the  shafts.  The  wheels  are  fitted  with  removable  hubs  which  can  easily  be 
replaced  at  a  small  cost,  thus  practically  renewing  the  wheel.  This  rake  is  designed  to  have  the 
greatest  strength  and  rigidity  with  the  slightest  possible  weight.  It  will  be  found  that  the  McCor- 
mick rake  meets  every  requirement  for  gathering  hay  into  windrows. 


McCormick  Self-Dump  Hay  Rake 
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McCormick   Hand-Dump   Rake 

'"P^HE  McCormick  hand-dump  rake  is  the  same  as  the  McCormick  self-dump  rake,  except        '       »   \ 

that  it  is  not  equipped  with  a  self-dumping  device.  The  wheels  are  interchangeable 
• — there  are  no  rights  or  lefts.  When  the  wheels  are  changed,  a  new  wearing  surface  is  pro- 
vided which  increases  the  durability  of  the  machine.  The  teeth  can  be  adjusted  to  work  on  or 
above  the  ground,  according  to  the  condition  of  hay  being  raked,  or  they  can  be  locked  down 
when  bunching  hay  in  a  windrow.  The  frame  is  made  of  angle  steel  which  prevents  twisting. 
The  rake  head  is  strongly  trussed  to  prevent  sagging.  The  teeth  are  made  of  selected  spring  steel 
and  the  points  are  so  shaped  that  they  will  gather  all  the  hay  without  digging  into  the  ground. 
The  self -dump  and  hand-dump  rakes  can  both  be  operated  with  either  one  or  two  horses,  simply 
by  adjusting  the  shafts. 

The  McCormick  hand-dump  rake  is  efficient  in  all  conditions  of  hay  and  fields.  The  weight  of 
the  driver  is  utilized  on  this  rake  to  help  raise  the  teeth  for  dumping.  Over-cleaners  are  used  on 
this  rake,  which  act  in  the  same  thorough  manner  as  the  under-cleaners  on  the  self-dump  rake. 
The  advantage  of  using  over-cleaners  instead  of  under-cleaners  on  this  rake  is  that  the  load  is 
taken  off  the  operator.  Those  who  prefer  the  hand-dump  rake,  will  find  that  the  McCormick  is 
built  correctly. 


McCormick  Hand-Dump  Rake 
23 


McCormick  Sweep  Rakes,  Nos.  1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,  and  8 

McCORMICK  sweep  rakes  are  used  where  a  large  amount  of  hay  is  to  be  stacked  at 
one  time.     These  rakes  will  gather  hay  from  either  the  swath  or  the  windrow. 

Rake  No.  i  is  a  2-wheel,  side  hitch  type.  The  teeth  are  made  of  straight-grain  yellow 
pine  and  are  provided  with  metal  points-  which  prevent  wear.  The  teeth  are  interchangeable 
and  reversible,  which  increases  the  durability  of  the  rake.  The  axle  is  made  of  steel  pipe.  The 
wheels  are  metal,  equipped  with  long  bearings  which  are  well  protected. 
Rake  No.  2  is  like  rake  No.  i,  except  tliat  it  has  a  short  wheel 
attached  to  the  end  of  the  ll  (SSW 

A-frame  at  the  rear  and  a  //  ,y 

lever   to    raise    and    lower 
the  teeth. 


McCormick  4-Wheel  Rear  Hitch  Sweep  Rake— No.  4 

Rakes  Nos.  3  and  4  are  rear  hitch  rakes.     The  metal  wheels  of  these  rakes  are  mounted  on  a 
sciuare  tubular  steel  axle  which  extends  across  the  platform.     The  power  hft  and  lifting  arms  are 

provided  v,  ith  steel  springs  which  enable  the  driver  to  force  the 
teeth  finnly  against  the  ground. 

Rake  No.  3  has  three  wheels  and  rake  No.  4  has  four  wheels. 


McCormick  Side  Hitch  Sweep  Rake- 


The  metal  wheels  of  rakes  Nos.  5  and  6  are  equipped  with  removable  bushings. 

Rake  No.  5  is  a  2-wheel  type.    The  position  of  the  teeth  is  controlled  bv  shifting  the  driver's  seat. 

Rake  No.  6  has  three  wheels,  and  the  position  of  the  teeth  is  controlled  by  a  lever.  Xos.  5  and 
d  are  side  hitch  rakes. 

Rake  No.  7  has  three  wheels  and  rake  No.  8  four  wheels.  Both  of  these  rakes  are  rear  hitch 
rakes.  The  metal  wheels  are  fitted  with  removable  bushings  which  can  be  replaced  when  worn. 
The  wheels  are  provided  with  shields  so  that  hay  will  not  wrap  around  them. 


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McCormick   Swinging   Hay   Stacker 


THE  McCormick  swinging  hay  stacker  permits  the  load   to   be   locked  m   place  at 
any  height,  and  swung  to  one  side  over  the  stack.     When  over  the  stack  the  load  may 

be  dumped  and  the  forks  swung  back  and  lowered 
into  place.     These  stackers  are  very  handy  as  they 
can    be    used    to    load    into    a    wagon.      They    are 
strongly  braced  and  twisting  is  prevented    by  truss 
rods.    The  swinging  stacker  is  especially  adapted  for 
building  long  stacks  because  it   has    long   swinging 
arms.     When  being  lowered,   the   pitcher   head  can 
be   controlled   by  means   of  a  band  brake  which  is 
attached   to   the   pulley,   around   which    the   raising 
and  lowering  rope  passes.     When  the  load  is  placed 
upon  the  pitcher  head,  the  horse  is  driven  forward 
until  the   load    has   been    lifted   to  the 
desired  height;  the  load  is  then  swung 
over  the  stack  and  dumped  by  means 
of  a  lever.      The  illustration  shows  the 
stacker  in   position  to  receive  the  load. 
A  sledge,  guy-rope,  and  stakes  are  fur- 
nished with  each  stacker.     A  transport 
and  hay  retainer^are  furnished  at  a  slight 
additional  cost,  upon  special  order. 

McCormick  Swinging  Hay   Stacker 


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McCormick  Junior   Hay   Stacker 


This  stacker  is  known  as  the  "over-shot"  type 
and  consists  of  a  ground  frame,  and  "A"  frame, 
also  lifting    arms    which    carry   the   platform   or 
pitcher   head.      The   load   is    carried    up    on   this 
stacker  over  the  "A"  frame  without  sagging    the 
platform    and    is    thrown  directly  back  upon  the 
stack.     The  platform   is    held    by   a    heavy   rope 
and  coiled  spring   device  which    pre- 
vents it  from  going  too  far  over  the 
stack.    This  stacker  can  be  operated 
with  either  one  or  two  horses.    When 
folded    it    can    easily  be  transported 
and  takes  up  very  little  room.  A  hay 
retainer     and 
transport   are 
furnished     on 
special  order  at 
a    slight     addi- 


tional cost. 


McCormick  Junior  Hay  Stacker 


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McCormick   Corn   Binder 


THE  McCormick  com  binder  will  cut  com  of  all  lengths.     It  will  also  work  well  in 
corn  that  is  dovvTi,  tangled,  and  lodged.     This  is  possible  because  the  machine  is  pro- 
vided with  convenient  adjustments  which  enable  the  operator  to  raise  and  lower  the  gatherer 
arms,  so  that  the  fingers  of  the  conveyor  chains  which  extend  to  the  points  of  the  gatherer  arms 
can  grasp  and  elevate  com  that  is  lying  almost  flat  upon  the  ground. 

The  band  shifting  attachment  also  has  a  wide  range  of  adjustment,  and  the  bundle  can  be  tied 
around  the  center  even  though  corn  be  extremely  long  or  short. 


The   Value   of  a   Corn   Binder 

The  real  value  of  the  McCormick  com  binder  lies  in  the  fact  that  it  can  be  operated  in  almost 
any  field  of  com.  Instead  of  discharging  loose  corn,  symmetrical  bundles  are  formed,  and  the 
upright  principle  upon  which  the  machine  is  constmcted  always  insures  squarely  butted  bundles. 
The  advantage  of  tying  com  into  bundles  is  very  great,  because  it  leaves  it  in  a  convenient  form  to 
be  shocked  and  handled  at  any  time  after  it  is  thoroughly  dried.  It  is  also  a  decided  advantage 
when  a  husker  and  shredder  is  used,  because  it  saves  tying  loose  com  into  bundles  or  handling  it  in 
the  old,  awkward  way. 


This  machine  is  equipped  with  a  practical  bundle  carrier 
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Strength  Necessary 


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crop  for  a  machine  to  handle.  There 


must  be  sufficient  strength  in  the  main 
frame  and  the  various  parts  to  withstand 
the  severe  and  constant  strain  to  which 
they  are  subjected. 

The   main   frame,   being  the   part   that   is 
called  upon  to  carry  the  weight  of  the  ma- 
chine, must  necessarily  be  very  rigid.      The 
McCormick   main   frame   is   constructed    en- 
tirely of  steel.     It  is  symmetrical  in  design, 
and     thoroughly   braced    in    such    a    manner    that    it    will    give 
almost  unlimited  service.     The  exceptional  strength  of  the  main 
frame    accounts    in    a    large   degree    for    the    light    draft    of   the 
machine.       All    parts   are    held    perfectly   rigid,   consequently   all 
shafts  and  boxes  are  held  in  alignment. 


Solid  Main  Frame 


Cutting    Apparatus 


The  cutting  mechanism  on  the  McCormick  com 
binder  consists  of  a  reciprocating  and  two  station- 
ary knives.  The  stationary  knives  cut  a  large  por- 
tion of  the  com  before  it  reaches  the  reciprocating 
knife.  This  knife  completes  the  operation,  and  also 
cuts  all  weeds,  vines,  and  green  undergrowth  be- 
tween the  hills  in  the  row;  consequently  a  field  of 
com  cut  with  the  McCormick  corn  binder  presents 
a  clean,  attractive  appearance. 


Sectional  view  showing  the   knives 


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Binding  Attachment 


THE  binding  attachment  of  the  McCormick  com  binder  con- 
sists of  upright  standards  to  which  are  attached  the  packers  and  dis- 
charge arms.    The  band  shifting  attachment  is  extremely  strong  and  simple. 
It  consists  of  an  adjustable  platform  which  can  be  raised  or  lowered  to  meet 
varying  conditions  found  in  the  cornfield.     By  means  of  the  convenient  lever 

which  controls  the  band  falsing  and 
lowering  device,  the  user  of  the  McCor- 
mick corn  binder  can  tie  the  band  in 
the  position  he  desires. 

The  McCormick  com  binder  is 
equipped  with  an  improved  type  of 
knotter.  This  knotter  is  giving  excel- 
lent satisfaction  because  it  is  accurate, 
seldom  gets  out  of  adjustment,  and  when 
out  of  adjustment,  is  easily  readjusted. 
The  principle  upon  which  this  knotter 
works,  eliminates  slips  and  reduces 
twine  breaks  to  a  minimum. 

In  case  it  is  desired,  bundles  of  vary- 
ing sizes  can  be  formed  simply  by  ad- 
justing the  tripping  mechanism. 


Roller  Bearings 

The    main   and   grain   wheels   of   the 
McCormick  binder  are  fitted  with  roller 
The    use    of  roller  bearings    reduces 


Binding  Attachment 


bearings   which    make    this   machine   very  light   in   draft. 

friction  to  a  minimum.     Each  roller  of  the  bearings  is  held  securely  in  position  in  a  cage  and  they 

are  so    made    that    the    durability    of 


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the  machine    is    increased  very  materi- 
ally. 

The  main  wheel  supports  the  greater 
part  of  the  weight  of  the  machine  and 
provides  ample  tractive  power.  The 
pronounced  success  of  the  McCormick 
corn  binder  is  due  to  the  correct  con- 
struction of  the  machine. 


Up  lor  tihort  corn 


Down  for  tall  corn 

Band  Shifting  Device 


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Shredded   Fodder 


HEN  properly  shredded,  fodder  makes  an  excellent  and  nutritious  foodstuff  which 
is  almost  equal  to  timothy  hay  for  feeding  purposes.  Because  of  the  great  and  growing 
demand  for  well-fed  cattle,  com  growers  should  utilize  all  of  the  corn  crop.  The  best  method 
of  saving  the  stalks  and  fodder  is  to  shred  them  with  a  McCormick  husker 
and  shredder.  A  conservative  estimate  places  the  value  of  shredded  fodder 
at  more  than  three  times  the  value  of  the  same  amount  of  stalks  and  fodder 
when  not  shredded. 


McCormick   Husker   and   Shredder 

McCormick  com  huskers  and  shredders  are  the  most  practical  machines 
of  the  kind  on  the  market.     They  are  made  in  three  sizes — 4,  6,  and  8  rolls. 

The  McCormick  Little  Giant  husker  and  shredder  is  regularly  furnished 
with  4  and  6  rolls.     This  machine  is  especially  desirable  for  the  farmer  who 
husks  and  shreds  his  own  com,  or  for  the  man  who  desires  to  do  commercial 
work  on  a  small  scale.      The  capacity  is  sufficiently  large  to  turn 
out  a  good  day's  work  without  requiring  a  large  number 
of   men    to    keep    the    machine    in    operation, 
practical  machine   for  the  man    whose 


A  Bale  of  Shredded 
Corn  Stalks 


It  is  also  the  most 
power  is  limited. 


McCormick  Little  Giant  Husker  and  Shredder 
— Supplied  with  four  or  six  Husking  Rolls 


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Release  Lever 

THE  McCormick  Little  Giant  husker  and  shredder  is  equipped  with  a  release  lever 
which  enables  the  operator  to  throw  the  snapping  rolls  in  and  out  of  gear  instantly.     This 
feature  is  of  special  value  because  it  permits  the  operator  to  stop  the  snapping  rolls  whenever 
it  is  necessary  to  remove  twisted  stalks  or  to  prevent  obstructions  from  passing  through  the  snap- 
ping rolls,  thus  preventing  expensive  breaks. 


Shredder  or  Knife  Head 


^  '^^ 


The  McCormick  shredder  can  be  equipped  with  either  a  shredder  or  cutter  head 
head  consists  of  saw-shaped  teeth  arranged 
in  the  form  of  a  spiral.  This  construction 
permits  the  teeth  to  come  in  contact  with 
every  portion  of  the  stalk,  and  the  bell- 
shaped  ends  prevent  stalks  from  winding  on 
the  shaft.  They  also  prevent  much  dirt  and 
trash  from  falling  into  the  bearings,  thus 
eliminating  unnecessary  wearing  and  heat- 
ing of  the  bearings. 


The  shredder 


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Blower 


Improved  shredder  head 


Thi  blower  with  which  the  McCormick  huskers  and  shredders  are  equipped  has  been  thoroughly 
tested  and  has  been  found  to  more  nearly  meet  the  requirements  for  handhng  shredded  and  cut 
stalks  than  any  other  means  devised.  Under  ordinary  circumstances,  it  is  unnecessary  for  a  man 
to  do  more  than  regulate  the  hood  in  order  to  deliver  the  stover  where  desired.  The  blower  is 
exceptionally  Vdluable  in  filling  barns,  silos,  etc.,  as  it  requires  very  little  help  to  handle  the  stover. 

Ear  Retarder 

The  ear  retarders  are  made  of  sheet  steel  and  are  mounted  on  a  three-throw  crank  shaft.  This 
device  scatters  the  ears  evenly  across  the  snapping  rolls  and  thus  equalizes  the  amount  of  work 
that  each  set  of  snapping  rolls  is  required  to  do. 

Shelled  Corn  Saver 

Every  husker  and  shredder  shells  a  small  percentage  of  corn,  and  unless  efficient  devices  are 

provided,  this  corn  is  blown  into  the 
stover.  The  McCormick  husker  and 
shredder  is  equipped  with  devices  for 
saving  and  bagging  this  corn.  The  shelled 
corn  is  not  only  saved,  but  senarated  from 
the  husks,  etc.,  and  delivered  into  a  bag 
or  basket,  in  such  a  condition  that  it  is  fit 
for  the  mill.  There  is  absolutely  no  loss 
connected  with  shredding  corn  when  it 
is  done  with  the  McCormick  husker  and 
shredder. 


Practical  ear  retarders 


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McCormick  Improved  Husker  and  Shredder 


THE  McCormick  Improved  husker  and 
shredder  is  an  8-roll  machine,  designed  to  meet 
the  demand  for  a  husker  and  shredder  that  will  turn 
out  large  quantities  of  work  in  a  comparatively  short 
time.  This  machine  requires  considerably  more  power 
than  the  McCormick  Little  Giant  husker  and  shredder, 
and  it  would  not  be  practical  to  operate  it  with  less 
than  2o-horse  power. 


Self-Feeding  Attachment 


Self-Feeding  Attachment 


The  self-feeding  attachment  for  the  McCormick  Im- 
proved husker  and  shredder  consists  of  a  conveyor  belt, 
feed  retarder,  and  cylinder  knives.  The  knives  are  placed 
m  front  of  the  snapping  rolls  and  move  the  stalks  for- 
ward, thus  maintaining  an  even  feed.  They  also  prevent 
crooked  or  broken  stalks  and  pieces  from  accumulating  in  front  of  the  snapping  rolls.  The  illus- 
tration will  give  a  good  idea  of  the  construction  of  the  cylinder  knives. 

The  feed  retarder  is  arc  shaped,  hinged  at  the  outer  ends  at  the  top,  and  held  in  place  by 
springs  at  the  lower  end.  In  case  the  feed  is  exceptionally  heavy,  these  springs  allow  the  stalk 
retarders  to  rise,  thus  permitting  a  larger  quantity  of  stalks  to 
pass  to  the  snapping  rolls. 


McCormick  Improved  8-rolI  husker  and  shredder 


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McCormick  Knife  and  Tool  Grinder 


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'T^HIS  device  is  convenient  for  use  in  the  work  shop  or  in  the  field,  as  it  can  be  attached        ' 
-*-     very  readily  to  a  bench  or  a  mower  wheel.    It  can  be  converted  very  quickly  from  a  knife 
grinder  to  a  tool  grinder,  simply  by  substituting  a  flat  stone 
for  the  bevel  one.     Special  stones  for   tool    grinding  are    fur- 
nished on  order. 

The  knife  grinder  is  speeded  high  and  cuts  rapidly.  It 
will  sharpen  two  sections  of  a  mower  knife  at  once  without  dis- 
turbing the  bevel  or  drawing  the  temper.  Unless  mower  •8PKM^^^A\ 
knives  are  kept  sharp  it  is  impossible  to  secure  the  best  results 
with  the  mowing  machine.  The  McCormick  knife  grinder 
enablei  the  farmer  to  always  keep  the  knives  sharp.  The 
time  required  to  sharpen  knives  is  less  than  that  required 
with  an  ordinary  grindstone.  A  stone  for  gumming  saws 
can  also  be  furnished  on  special  order.     When  desired,  a  foot 

power  attachment  will  be  SUpphed  at  a  small  additional  cost.  McCormick  Knife  and  Tool  Grinder 


McCormick  Binder  Twine 


Cheap  ti^'ine  is  expensive,  because  it  is  bound  to   break,  kink,  and    cause    trouble.     The  time 
lost     by     using    cheap    twine    is     valuable     and    in     the     busy     harvest      season    when    the 

grain  is  ripe,  time  means  money.  Binder  twine  that 
kinks  and  breaks  is  not  worth  hauling  home  because  it 
is  not  only  a  source  of  annoyance  during  harvest  but  it 
also  delays  the  work  of  shocking.  When  bound  with 
inferior  twine,  bundles  often  break  open  when  they  are 
pitched  to  the  wagon  or  to  the  stack.  With  such  bundles 
it  is  almost  impossible  to  build  a  stack  that  will  shed 
water. 

You  will  not  have  these  troubles  if  McCormick  twine  is 
used.  It  can  be  depended  on.  There  is  nothing  cheap 
about  it.  It  is  guaranteed  to  be  full  length  and  full  strength 
— twine  that  won't  break  and  which  will  work  smoothly. 
There  is  no  better  twine.  McCormick  binder  twine  is  made 
of  the  very  best  sisal  and  manila  fibres.  The  twine  is  uni- 
form in  size  and  is  very  strong.  It  will  not  kink  and  clog 
the  knotter  or  pull  thin  and  break  hke  cheap  and  inferior  twine.  McCormick  twine  is  made  in 
four  brands — sisal,  standard,  manila,  and  pure  manila. 


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